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Aspirate MCS includes, but is not limited to, the following sample types:
If anaerobes are suspected it is preferable to send the syringe (needle discarded) to the laboratory immediately.
Please clearly state site and nature of wound.
If collecting in syringe, discard the needle and cap the syringe. Send syringe to laboratory.
These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference
Order of Draw (PDF)
Swab Collection Guide (PDF)
Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)
Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)
Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions
Do NOT code for Aspirate MCS if the following samples are received:
These samples require a FLUID MCS code: FL
